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BPK 905H

1970 MG B GT

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

49,461 mi
Last recorded49,461 miles
Recorded on23 May 2015
Typical for 1970 MG B GT39,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBPK 905H
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1970
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 May 2015 49,461 miles

Nearside rear halfshaft oil seal leaking

Pass 22 Apr 2014 49,019 miles

N/S rear halfshaft seal leaking

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 17 Apr 2014 49,019 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

N/S rear halfshaft seal leaking

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 15 May 2013 48,088 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 48,074 miles
Fail 15 May 2012 48,074 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Jun 2010 47,859 miles

Handbrake will need adjusting in the near future

Fail 14 Jun 2010 47,859 miles

Nearside Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Handbrake will need adjusting in the near future

Pass 18 May 2009 47,066 miles
Fail 14 May 2009 47,066 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 11 Apr 2008 46,707 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Apr 2007 42,308 miles
Fail 3 May 2006 36,719 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 May 2006 36,719 miles

How Reliable is the MG B GT?

Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
14,879
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,350
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,119
brake binding 3,855
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,413
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BPK 905H is a 1970 MG B GT in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1970 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 39,363 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a MG B GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BPK 905H, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 56 years old, this MG B GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BPK 905H?

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What year was BPK 905H registered?

BPK 905H is a 1970 MG B GT, first registered on 25 March 1970.

Is BPK 905H safe to buy?

The MOT history for BPK 905H shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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